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The 2009 KAAN Conference will be held in Denver, July 31 to Aug 2, 2009. Our theme will be: Extending the Family of Korean Adoption. Registration is now open at www.kaanconference.com |
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Hey, folks! You've GOT TO consider what promises to be a great experience this summer! It's the annual KAAN Conference, for adult Korean adoptees, adoptive families, and Korean-Americans. This is the eleventh annual conference that uniquely brings together all the member groups around Korean adoption. This year's conference, to be held at the Sheraton Denver Hotel in Denver, CO, July 31-August 2, promises the best sessions ever. For example, Carissa Woodwyk, an adult Korean adoptee who is a licensed marriage and family therapist and has authored the book, "Before You Were Mine," will talk in a keynote address about the impact of relinquishment on adoptees' psyches; an adult adoptee and a relative by family association will discuss "Family Labels and Language" and talk about what it means to have to explain one's family on a regular basis; and, in an adult-adoptees-only session, adult adoptees will talk about "Why I Don't Like My Face"--topics around face and body image issues that many adult transracial adoptees face. Adult adoptees will also be able to join together on Friday evening, July 31, for an adult adoptees-and-their-guests-only dinner. The conference remains an extremely reasonably priced event for anyone with experience around Korean adoption. The KAAN Conference which will be held July 31 - August 2, 2009 in Denver. Register today at www.kaanconference.com |
A Euro-American on a Korean Tour at a Thai Restaurant in China : With
each chapter examining issues that interethnic adoptive families experience, Chris
Winston weaves her own perspective on her adoption experience with perspectives
related to her by her own children, adopted adults, other adoptive parents, birth
parents, Koreans, Korean Americans, and Asian Americans. While the book’s focus
is on experiences with Korean adoption, the experiences are transferable to inter-ethnic
adoptions from any country. Author's
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Pushing Up the Sky : This is the story of a remarkable family facing
incredible challenges of cancer while simultaneously figuring out how to weave their
adopted children's Korean heritage and racial ethnicity into their family. It is a story of
compromises and insights, profound joy, deep suffering, and terrific rewards. Parenting birth
and adopted children — is one theme of this book. Most of all, it is a story on the meaning
of family, and learning to let go of expectations and to forge a new identity. Author's
speaking engagements... |
| Proceeds from book sales support the KAAN Conference. Purchase your copy at www.kaanet.com/books/ | |
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It seems so simple, and in a very basic way, it is: There are children out there who need a warm and loving home, and there are families yearning to provide all that and more. But making
it all come together-- well, that part can get complex. Read More: http://www.redbookmag.com |
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Often divided over policy and practice, America's adoption community has unified in dismay over "Orphan," a horror movie opening next week that its critics say will fuel negative attitudes
toward real-life orphans. Some adoption advocates are urging a boycott of the movie, which opens July 24. Read More: http://www.honoluluadvertiser.com |
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The so-called enfants de Boches — roughly, children of the Hun — born during the war to French women and German soldiers, are seeking to fill a hole in their lives, hunting for long-lost
German fathers they never knew and speaking openly of the maltreatment they suffered from their French neighbors. It is estimated that 200,000 children were born of these wartime love affairs. Read
More: http://www.taipeitimes.com |
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Had we not taken care of her paperwork earlier, it would have become more difficult for her after age 18, when immigration rules change. Read More: http://www.examiner.com |
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The World Heritage Committee added Korea's 40 ancient royal tombs of the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910) to the World Heritage list in its 33rd session in Seville, Spain, on Saturday. Read More: http://www.koreaherald.co.kr |
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Among the 4,500 fans who packed the auditorium of the Venetian Resort Hotel in Macao on June 27 to see the South Korean pop idol, Rain, was a 14-year-old middle school student from North
Korea, the world's most reclusive country. Read More: http://www.koreatimes.co.kr |
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The Ministry of Health, Welfare and Family opened a central adoption information service center Wednesday to provide post-adoption services to adoptees searching for their birth families.
However, there's one significant problem that the ministry has ignored: adoptee access. Read More: http://www.koreatimes.co.kr
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What constitutes a family? Tracing the dramatic evolution of Americans’ answer to this question over the past century, Kinship by Design provides the fullest account to date of modern adoption’s
history. Available through Amazon at http://www.amazon.com |
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Download the podcast at http://www.koreasociety.org |
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New Trends in Contemporary Korean Architecture Available as a podcast http://www.koreasociety.org |
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Committee of 100 Announces Results of Landmark National Survey on American Attitudes towards Chinese Americans and Asian Americans http://www.committee100.org |
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Read the news and subscribe to their newsletter at http://www.asianfortunenews.com |
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How to play this traditional Korean game played on New Year's Day http://interactive.usc.edu |
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Called Weiqi in Chinese, Baduk in Korean, and Igo in Japanese, Go is an ancient strategicCalled Weiqi in Chinese, Baduk in Korean, and Igo in Japanese, Go is an ancient strategic board
game. Learn how to play at http://www.squidoo.com |
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Hey, folks! You've GOT TO consider what promises to be a great experience this summer! It's the annual KAAN Conference, for adult Korean adoptees, adoptive families, and Korean-Americans. This is the eleventh annual conference that uniquely brings together all the member groups around Korean adoption. This year's conference, to be held at the Sheraton Denver Hotel in Denver, CO, July 31-August 2, promises the best sessions ever. For example, Carissa Woodwyk, an adult Korean adoptee who is a licensed marriage and family therapist and has authored the book, "Before You Were Mine," will talk in a keynote address about the impact of relinquishment on adoptees' psyches; an adult adoptee and a relative by family association will discuss "Family Labels and Language" and talk about what it means to have to explain one's family on a regular basis; and, in an adult-adoptees-only session, adult adoptees will talk about "Why I Don't Like My Face"--topics around face and body image issues that many adult transracial adoptees face. Adult adoptees will also be able to join together on Friday evening, July 31, for an adult adoptees-and-their-guests-only dinner. The conference remains an extremely reasonably priced event for anyone with experience around Korean adoption. The KAAN Conference which will be held July 31 - August 2, 2009 in Denver. Register today at www.kaanconference.com |
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Boston Casting is seeking KOREAN WOMEN who speak English (Age Range: 25-40) and JAPANESE MEN who speak English (Age Range -18-35) for an educational video that will shoot in August in Boston. If cast, the pay rate is $325 for a full day shoot, and $200 for a half day shoot. PLEASE EMAIL a photo and your phone number to: hilary@bostoncasting.com. |
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Do you love Asian and/or Asian American Cinema? Are you frustrated with the lack of Asian Americans in the media? If you are passionate and responsible, we have the perfect opportunity for you: On November 12-15th, the 2009 Austin Asian American Film Festival (AAAFF) is back and ready to take Austin by storm. With over 60 films from all around the globe, many special guests in person and over 2,500 attendees, the AAAFF has quickly become Austin's fastest growing film festival. This year, our scope is larger than ever and in order to be successful, our festival needs a few more reliable and out-going staff members. Are you interested? Open Positions: - Marketing Director - Assistant Director (Assists the Festival Director) - Community Outreach Leaders - Festival Programming Assistants - Graphic Designers - Fundraising Assistants - Special Event Assistant If you are interested, please send an email to info@aaaff.org. In your email, please specify what position you would like to apply for. Please describe yourself and why you would be a great candidate for the position. All positions require at least 2 hours a week of responsibilities. The AAAFF is a non-profit organization and all staff positions are completely voluntary. We are a group of passionate filmmakers, film lovers and community leaders all working together to showcase diverse and talented Asian American artists. You will receive an all access badge to our festival and recognition in our print and online materials. We look forward to hearing from you! For more information about the festival, go to: http://www.aaaff.org |
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Learn Korean & $145 for 12 weeks! All fees will directly support KRCC programs, and student rate is available WHERE: 6146 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago, IL 60659
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Hello, friends! Nodutdol for Korean Community Development’s Korean Language Program is now accepting students for the 2009 fall term. If you are interested, please contact us at nodutdolkoreanclass@yahoogroups.com or 718-335-0419. Please see below for the class schedules. BEGINNER I: 9/15/09 to 11/17/09 (10 weeks) Tuesdays 6:30-8:30pm No experience in Korean Language required. Learning from Alphabet. LOW-INTERMEDIATE: 9/16/09 to 11/18/09 (10 weeks) Wednesdays 6:30-8:30pm Students with about 7-8 months of Korean language Instruction. Corresponding level of Korean proficiency to conduct basic social activities. Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing. + Classes are held in Mid-Manhattan. Each class will be small (a maximum of 10 students) and focus on developing conversational Korean language skills in an informal atmosphere. + Tuition : $300 per 10-week session ($225 for Nodutdol members, low income and students) *you can make a payment on-line: http://nodutdol.org ?? ?? ???? ????! Let’s all learn Korean together! |
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DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS: 1 SEPTEMBER 2009 This is a call for papers for the second issue of the newly established Journal of Korean Adoption Studies. The theme of the second issue is alienation. We invite you to submit scholarly papers and creative work related to Korean adoption studies. Journal of Korean Adoption Studies is dedicated to all aspects of int'l adoption from Korea. The peer-reviewed journal welcomes academic essays, testimonies of adoption, illustrations and reviews of new publications or releases related to Korean adoption studies. Journal of Korean Adoption Studies is a bi-annual journal published in English and Korean by Global Overseas Adoptees' Link (G.O.A.'L), Seoul, Korea. Editor: Kim Su Rasmussen, Ph.D. in History of Ideas, Seoul National University. For detailed info and to submit a paper, click here<http://goal.or.kr>. |
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This year, PAX – Program of Academic Exchange is bringing 60 high school students from South Korea to the US for an academic exchange! These teens were chosen to participate on the program out of thousands that applied based on their leadership potential, maturity level, personality and willingness to be a young ambassador. They have strong English skills and cannot wait to explore America they have heard so much about. They also come with a monthly allowance, full health insurance and an active coordinator who supports them throughout the experience. Families who adopted children from Korea are the perfect hosts for these students as it is once in a lifetime opportunity to introduce their family to the Korean culture first hand but without leaving the security of their home. Over the next few weeks, we are looking for the remaining 30 families nationwide who are interested in hosting these great Korean students. This is an incredible opportunity to ‘bring the world in’ and be part of an exotic culture that no trip could ever provide. In addition, it’s a way for a family to put into practice the values of openly accepting others and extending a helping hand. Host families will play an important role in exposing the students to first hand knowledge of concepts such as volunteerism and community action. The young person is sure to take home what they like about our society, and as a result, the exchange may have a far-reaching impact. Hosting an exchange student is a two-way track enriching both the family and the student! If you, or someone you know, are a candidate to host one of these remarkable students for 6-8 weeks or a full school year, please contact Vicky at PAX as soon as possible at victoriac@pax.org or call 1-800-555-6211. |
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The crisis in North Korea is one of the least known crises in the world...until now. This fall, LINK is launching teams of nomads all across the nation to bring the story of North Korea to the
masses, and we need you to be a part of it! To apply go to http://www.linkglobal.org |
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Dillon International is gearing up to host “Discovery Days”, a special annual event designed for adoptees, 12-17 years old, who were adopted internationally and transracially. It is a great opportunity for teens to come together to share their insights and feelings about how adoption has impacted their lives, make new friends, learn, grown and have fun together. Dates: July 6-8th and July 20-22nd Location: Bridle Creek Horse Ranch and Resort in Sperry, Oklahama (10 minutes outside of Tulsa) http://bridlecreekok.com Cost: $175 (includes accommodations, meals, and events) To register, please contact Grace Claflin at 918-749-4600 or you may do so online by visiting http://www.dillonadopt.com. Hurry to sign up as deadlines are fast approaching (June 19th for the 1st session and June 26th for the 2nd). Mary Anne Mesko, BSW |
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Movie: An American Rhapsody (see synopsis below) Three times a year, our adult adoptee Movie Night is open to other constellation members and the adoption community (March, July & November). Through the viewing and discussion of mainstream movies, the adoption experience is shared and normalized. Adoption Mosaic Movie Group seeks to create a collective space where the adoption constellation can learn from each other, build community, and contribute to enhancing the lives of other constellation members. Cost: $4-$10 sliding scale. Pre-Registration is required. Download application and additional information from the Adoption Mosaic website www.adoptionmosaic.org or email Silvia at info@adoptionmosaic.org
look forward to our discussion that will follow. Here is a write up from Amazon.com Teenagers have a difficult time in coping with their sense of identity and relationship with their family. This problem is increased two-fold for sixteen year old Suzanne. Left in Hungary as an infant while her parents and older sister escaped to America, Suzanne is attempting to come to terms with who she is and what she has in common with this family of strangers. Based on a true story, American Rhapsody explores the consequences of well meaning actions that alienate a child from its parents. Magrit and Peter are well meaning parents who leave Suzanne behind in order to escape from the harsh Stalinist regime. Taking an infant with them would cause more problems. So they plan their escape and make sure that Suzanne will follow. Alas, the best laid plans fall apart and it won't be until six years later that their child is reunited with them. Magrit finds that leaving that infant behind has resulted in far more deeper problems than anticipated. In this movie we see the guilt and sorrow of parents who have to leave their child. The resentment and dynamics of leaving one family to another is readily played out is this drama. You can understand Suzanne's pain and anger. You will sympathize with the mother burdened by guilt and is determined to protect this child. This is a remarkable story with great actors portraying those real life people who had to endure such agony. The story is not a "downer" but lends hope to a family's quest for freedom and a better life for their children. It also shows the mistakes that parents make in attempting to protect their children from the reality of growing up. Written by: Bonita L. Davis (Decatur, Georgia) I would also add that Suzanne (the daughter) returns to Hungry in her early teens to reconnect with her foster parents and her culture. |
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This year, AAIFF will present a showcase of original feature films, short films, documentaries, and other works by artists from throughout the world. Beginning July 23 and running through July 26, AAIFF 09 will feature ten of the year’s best narrative and documentary feature films at our new Chelsea location and over 30 short films at the new Museum of Chinese in America. In addition to the screenings, the festival will also conduct panel discussions, Q&A sessions, workshops and awards. To learn more visit http://www.aaiff.org |
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“ From an Ocean of Tears to an Ocean of Love: A Birth Mothers Workshop” Dillon International proudly presents a one of a kind workshop focusing on the perspective of 2 birth mothers from South Korea. Both women recently placed their children for inter-country adoption through Eastern Social Welfare Society (ESWS), one of 4 placing agencies in Korea who has partnered with Dillon since 1972. The workshop will showcase their compelling story along with the voices of 2 Eastern Social Welfare Society staff members, an adoptee and an adoptive family who is part of a semi-open adoption through Dillon’s Korea program. In an effort to share this opportunity, workshops will be hosted in 2 locations. Tulsa, OK: July 25, 2009, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at the Green Country Event Center. Admission is $10 per person. Dallas, TX: July 26, 2009, 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm at Dillon International’s Texas office. Admission is $15 per person. Please visit the following sites to register online for either workshop. http://www.dillonadopt.com Or http://www.dillonadopt.com. Mary Anne Mesko, BSW 918-749-4600, ext. 213 |
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“ From an Ocean of Tears to an Ocean of Love: A Birth Mothers Workshop” Dillon International proudly presents a one of a kind workshop focusing on the perspective of 2 birth mothers from South Korea. Both women recently placed their children for inter-country adoption through Eastern Social Welfare Society (ESWS), one of 4 placing agencies in Korea who has partnered with Dillon since 1972. The workshop will showcase their compelling story along with the voices of 2 Eastern Social Welfare Society staff members, an adoptee and an adoptive family who is part of a semi-open adoption through Dillon’s Korea program. In an effort to share this opportunity, workshops will be hosted in 2 locations. Tulsa, OK: July 25, 2009, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at the Green Country Event Center. Admission is $10 per person. Dallas, TX: July 26, 2009, 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm at Dillon International’s Texas office. Admission is $15 per person. Please visit the following sites to register online for either workshop. http://www.dillonadopt.com Or http://www.dillonadopt.com. Mary Anne Mesko, BSW 918-749-4600, ext. 213 |
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Boston Korean Adoptees Summer BBQ!!! Sunday, July 26, 2009, 2pm-ish Location TBD Open to General Membership - Adoptees and Non-Adoptees Alike! Stay tuned for more details! |
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Aug 1 @ 8pm Hot Tamales Live! The House of Blues - Houston 1204 Caroline St
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AK Connection Annual BBQ/Picnic Saturday, August 1 5:00pm - dusk Brookview Park - Small Shelter Winnetka Ave and Brookview Pkwy Golden Valley, MN Come and join AK Connection for our Annual BBQ / Potluck at Brookview Park in Golden Valley. We will be grilling as well as providing some Korean food. It is a POTLUCK so please bring a dish or snack to share. BYOB: beer & wine are permitted, but you must be at least 21 to enjoy! Bring a ball and let's start a friendly game or two! This event is for adult adoptees, their families, and friends. Please RSVP on Facebook http://www.facebook.com or to akconnection.mn@gmail.com |
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The decision to adopt across cultural and racial lines is a lifelong commitment to exploring matters of race, confronting racism in all its forms and constantly developing new skills and awareness. This is Part A in a series of three 4 hour workshops Part A covers:
Presenter: Astrid Dabbeni, has led youth adoption support groups, and worked and volunteered for adoption related organizations for over 14 years. Astrid’s life-long interest in adoption is rooted in her own adoption at the age of four with her older sister from Colombia, South America. Cost per class- $60 per person $90 per couple. Pre-Registration is required. Download application and additional information from the Adoption Mosaic website www.adoptionmosaic.org or Email Silvia at info@adoptionmosaic.org
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The 11th Annual KAAN Conference, Extending the Family of Korean Adoption, will be held at KAAN’s primary project is an annual national conference in a different city each year. This annual coming together allows all attendees to feel part of a national adoption community. In fact conference attendees come from all over the United States, Canada, Asia, Europe and Australia. KAAN offers national support and guidance, but the KAAN Conference belongs to the community where it is held. Through the process of hosting a conference, it is hoped that the local organizations will be strengthened and the local connections among adoptive families, adult adoptees, Koreans, and Korean Americans will be enhanced. For nine years KAAN has supported community development through its conferences: KAAN Conferences have been held in Los Angeles, California; Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey; Seattle, Washington; Minneapolis, Minnesota; Arlington, Virginia; San Francisco, California; Detroit, Michigan; Seoul Korea; Boston, Massachusetts: and Chicago, Illinois. This year’s conference will be held in Denver Colorado. KAAN is entirely run by volunteers with no paid staff. All funds raised go to support the KAAN Conference. |
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Start Time: Friday, July 31, 2009 at 2:00pm End Time: Sunday, August 2, 2009 at 5:00pm Location: Sogang University City/Town: Seoul, South Korea Phone: 023256585 Email: info@goal.or.kr |
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The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission Folk Arts in the Parks Program invites the public to attend its second series of afternoon Asian cultural performances at Peace Arch State Park in Blaine in August. The free outdoor concerts begin at 2 p.m. Sundays in August and celebrate Asian cultures of the Pacific Northwest.
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Date: August 6 , 2009 Time: 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Place: IACCenter, 2 Tree Farm Road, Suite A200, Pennington N.J., 08534 This workshop is for you if you are considering adoption and if you find you are getting stuck in your attempts to start the adoption process.
You will learn why making the emotional decision to adopt is so difficult and how to get yourself unstuck in your family building journey. How to take the first steps toward adoption will be addressed as well. Two adoptive parents will present how they were able to make this transition and how they adopted through domestic and international adoption. Joni S. Mantell, LCSW is a psychotherapist with a specialty in adoption since 1993. She works with all members of the adoption triad, and this helps her to understand adoption from the perspective of both the child and the parent. To register go to http://iaccenter.com |
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Don't miss this fantastic opportunity! Purchase Tickets at http://www.childrenshomeadopt.org
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Take the Embassy Row Tour with Kids and Cultures. This one-day Washington, DC, bus trip includes visits to four embassies with presentations by diplomats from those countries, lunch at an ethnic restaurant, and other educational activities. http://www.kidsandcultures.com |
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Join us for a potluck picnic and pool party, including Korean food and plenty of fun. Each family is asked to bring a side dish or dessert. We will provide drinks, paper supplies, and bulgogi. The party will be held at a Mechanicsburg-area home, beginning at 4:00PM; directions to be given once you have registered. To sign up, email us at info@ta-ri.org or call Stacy Schroeder at 766-6106. If you can bring a canopy-style tent, please let us know. |
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Missionary Photography in Korea: Encountering the West Through Christianity
May 19 - August 14, 2009
Free and Open to the Public, but RSVP is requried To RSVP go to: http://www.koreasociety.rsvp3.com The arrival of the first Western missionaries in Korea in the late 19th century was a pivotal moment in the history of Christianity in Korea and the history of Korea as a whole. The missionaries established
new religious identities and stoked early culture clashes. They also documented their mission and the society around them with early cameras. Missionary Photography in Korea: Encountering the West
Through Christianity—the largest ever show of Korean missionary photographs in the U.S.—features rare images taken by missionaries in Korea between 1890 and 1940. For more information about the exhibit contact Heewon Kim at 212-759-7525, ext. 355 |
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KAMP is a culture camp for adoptive families with Korean children 5-18. Recognizing that adoption is a family issue, KAMP seeks to provide an educational and social
experience not only for Korean adoptees, but also for their parents and siblings. Kamp 2009: August 5-9 Through a fun-filled camp format, school age Korean adoptees, and their siblings learn about Korean life, language, culture, history, songs, games, cooking, crafts, taekwondo, fan dancing, and pop culture to gain a basic understanding of their rich Korean heritage. Most importantly, KAMPers spend time with other young adults who share the unique challenge of growing up as a minority and as an adoptee in this country. There are many opportunities to address adoption and identity matters with these role models and older peers. While children attend KAMP classes, parents are involved in some of these same experiences through special adult sessions. Parent sessions include guest speakers, panel discussions and cooking classes. (Child-care is available as a co-op effort by parents for children too young to attend KAMP) The IIA board recruit yearly for college-aged Korean-American Adoptees and Native Koreans. These young adults provide a positive role model for children and parents. Counselors need to be at least 18 years or older. Opportunities are also available for High School Juniors and Seniors to apply as intern counselors. KAMP DETAILS The Annual KAMP/Retreat is held during August at the Riverview Conference Center, 319 North Division Street, Cedar Falls, Iowa. It is located in a quiet residential area with approximately 50 cabins available for families attending KAMP/RETREAT to rent. All cabins have running water and minimal bathroom facilities. There are also 28 camping spaces for RVs and tents with water and electricity hook-ups as well as some sites with sewer hook-ups. Shower and bathroom facilities are located next to the camping area. Riverview Conference Center has a swimming pool, basketball and volleyball courts, sports field, carpetball and hard surface paths for biking and rollerblading. Cabins are reserved through IIA but fees are paid directly to RCC upon arrival at KAMP/RETREAT. Truly the best way to experience KAMP/RETREAT is to stay on the grounds but there are motels near by to choose from. For more information and registration, please visit http://www.iiakampretreat.com. |
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2009 InKAS Summer Camp
InKAS is holding a Summer Camp program for Korean adoptees to experience and learn Korean Culture.
It is our desire to aid in the understanding and experience of the true Korean culture during their visit. The program is mainly coordinated for overseas Korean adoptees to experience Korean cuisine, custom, culture and language via opportunities of direct participation and experiences.
InKAS Summer Camp is composed of several hands-on programs. There will be Korean cuisine cooking, Taekwondo, and other practical classes in several places in South Korea. After the classes, you will have an opportunity to experience the culture of young Korean people’s lives with young Korean adults.
? About the program - Korean culture Classes - Gathering with Korean young adults - Field Trip
? Program Details: Please indicate which program you are applying for. (July or August)
1. July Program (July 19th Sun to 25th, Sat)
Date Details Jul 19, Sun Check in/Welcoming Party Jul 20, Mon Go to South East Province 2:00-4:00: Korean culture activity 1 Jul 21, Tue 9:30-3:00: Korean culture activity 2 3:00-: Free time Jul 22, Wed 9:30-12:00: Korean culture activity 3 Cruse, Swimming Jul 23, Thu Go to Seoul Free Time Jul 24, Fri 9:30-3:00: City tour 5:00-6:30 : NANTA performance 7:00: Farewell Party Jul 25, Sat Check out
2. August Program (August 23rd Sun to 28th, Sat)
Date Details Aug 23, Sun Check in/Welcoming Party Aug 24, Mon Go to South West Province 2:00-4:00: Korean culture activity 1 Aug 25, Tue 9:30-3:00: Korean culture activity 2 3:00-: Free time Aug 26, Wed 9:30-12:00: Korean culture activity 3 Cruse, Swimming Aug 27, Thu Go to Seoul Free Time Aug 28, Fri 9:30-3:00: City tour 5:00-6:30 : NANTA performance 7:00: Farewell Party Aug 29, Sat Check out
? How to apply 1. Sign-up through the InKAS website and go to the Summer Camp section: Services -> Culture Camps (http://www.inkas.or.kr) 2. Submit an application form on the page (Please indicate which program you are applying for (July or August) on Comments area) and upload one page of the adoption paper with your Korean name and the copy of your passport on "My-page"
? Application due date: We accept applications form from April 1st.
? Selections: Overseas Korean adoptees who are over 18 years of age or older will be selected. First come first served basis.
? Other Information ?Accommodation: Please check-in to the accommodation by fist day of the Summer Camp at the hotel (Your stay can be extended at a twin room by request, by paying 80,000 KRW per day to InKAS ?Pick-up service: InKAS volunteers will be waiting for you at Inchon international airport on the day of your arrival. Please provide your flight details, once you make a reservation ?Fees: Free room and board (two people per room) but airfare not included. For questions and applications: http://www.inkas.or.kr * Schedule is subject to change without notice
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Mark your calendars for Saturday September 5th, from noon to ?
For all members and their friends and relatives. We'll supply hot dogs, hamburgers, ribs, chips and dips and soda etc and if you want to bring pot luck.... well it will be appreciated. Rain or shine, big lawn, big screened porch, big inside Fun, comeraderie, peace and understanding and perhaps silliness. Bring your guitars Click here for more info and driving instructions. RSVP please by August 28 :-) |
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Camp Burgess, Sandwich, Cape Cod, MA Register now for our eighth annual weekend of strengthening and celebrating our Asian community at Camp Burgess, a beautiful retreat center in the pinewoods of Cape Cod. Participate in cultural activities such as dance, arts and crafts, evening Moon Festival and much more! Families can choose from a variety of events for various age groups. Enjoy traditional camp activities such as swimming, canoeing, high ropes course, rock wall climbing, archery and an evening campfire. Arrival time: Friday 5:00 PM. Departure time: Sunday 4:00 PM. Cost includes two nights camp style lodging, 6 meals, camp activities and special programs. Fees are $175 per person. Children under 2 free. IMPORTANT: Camp has filled to capacity the past few years. Pre-Register now and save your family's space with a $50 non-refundable deposit (balance due August 1, 2009). Full promotion of the camp will begin next week. You are receiving advanced notice because you have attended camp, or expressed interest in camp. Asian Camp is an entirely volunteer effort. The camp operates at a deficit each year -- attendance fees do not cover the entire cost of the camp, food, website, speakers and performers. Major fundraising is done each year to make up the difference. Please consider becoming a business or individual sponsor of the Asian Camp. In return, you'll receive promotion in emails, on the Camp website, and in Camp materials. Sponsorship is available at a Platinum Level of $250+, Gold $100+, and Silver $50. Asian Culture Society of Cape Cod 21 Dundee Circle Harwich, MA 02645 Questions? Curiosities? Please email Jen Huckman emc@cape.com |
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The decision to adopt across cultural and racial lines is a lifelong commitment to exploring matters of race, confronting racism in all its forms and constantly developing new skills and awareness. This is Part B in a series of three 4 hour workshops. Part B Covers: Presenter: Astrid Dabbeni, has led youth adoption support groups, and worked and volunteered for adoption related organizations for over 14 years. Astrid’s life-long interest in adoption is rooted in her own adoption at the age of four with her older sister from Colombia, South America. Cost per class- $60 per person $90 per couple. Pre-Registration is required. Download application and additional information from the Adoption Mosaic website www.adoptionmosaic.org or Email Silvia at info@adoptionmosaic.org |
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Crossing the Bridge: From Infertility to Adoption:
Date: October 17, 2009 This workshop is for you if you are just considering adoption or if you are waiting to adopt. You may also want to bring family members who you would like to get a better understanding of adoption. Adoption Counselors, Adoptive parents, Birth Parents and Adults who were adopted will share their perspectives on adoption with you. In this workshop you will learn: To register go to: http://iaccenter.com |
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KAAN's MISSION is: To Support Networking And Build Understanding Among Adoptees,
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